As businesses grow, their need for scalable and reliable infrastructure becomes paramount. One such task involves the migration of a Ruby on Rails application from Heroku’s platform to Google Cloud Platform (GCP). It’s not a simple lift-and-shift, but a strategic move that involves understanding the intricacies of both platforms and the technologies used within the application, such as Chatwoot, PostgreSQL, and Redis.
Our team of experts at Imara Software Solutions has embarked on this journey, addressing the challenges and sharing their insights. We’ve dissected the process, studying the open-source API of Chatwoot for integration, confirmed our proficiency in PostgreSQL, and are delving into the nuances of Redis. The target is a seamless migration to GCP, leveraging its robust infrastructure to deliver a more stable and efficient system.
Stay tuned as we unravel the best practices, pitfalls to avoid, and the step-by-step process for successfully migrating your Ruby on Rails application to GCP. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting out, this guide will be an invaluable resource for your own migration journey.